KE 175

1980 Kawasaki KE 175 Technical Analysis & Specification Breakdown

Engineered by Kawasaki for the enduro - offroad motorcycle segment, the 1980 Kawasaki KE 175 features a 175 cc (10.7 cu in) air-cooled single cylinder, two-stroke configuration. In factory specification, peak output is rated at 17 HP (12.4 kW) at 7,500 rpm, transferring power to the rear wheel through a 5-speed gearbox and chain final drive. With a specific output of 97.1 HP per liter, the engine character is reflecting a performance-oriented street tune that balances strong mid-range pull with an energetic top-end rush.

On the scales, the KE 175 measures 116 kg (256 lbs) wet (curb), translating to a power-to-weight ratio of 0.15 HP/kg (6.82 kg per horsepower). The 9.5-liter (2.5 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints, while factory top speed is listed at 113 km/h (70 mph).

Within MotoLibrary's Kawasaki archive, this model family spans 6 indexed model years from 1975 to 1983, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.